XEN-30304 Food and Bioprocess Control

Course

Credits 4.00

Language of instruction:

English

Contents:

Part 1
- dynamics of food processes (analysis, dynamic modelling, applications);
Sensors (classical sensors and measurement systems; real time measurement for food processes; study of the instrumentation of a unit operation);
- control (Sequential control of food processes; numerical controllers; use of Computer Aided Design tools; generalised design of food processes);
- Computer Integrated Manufacturing for the Food Industry;
- applications, practice and case studies.
Part 2
Engineering of Food Process Control: case study as a project for groups of (3) students.

Learning outcomes:

At the end of this course the student is able to:
- discuss methods and tools of process control and available sensors;
- study and understand food process instrumentation in the food industry;
- understand applications of process control science for food unit operations.

Activities:

Lectures, Tutorials, Case Studies.

Examination:

Written report and oral presentation.

Literature:

Will be announced.